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Macao information
โน๏ธย General Information about Macao
About Macao
The languages that are typically spoken are Chinese and Portuguese
Macau uses the Macanese pataca (symbol: P), code MOP.Banknotes come in denominations of 1000, 500, 100, 50, 20 and 10 patacas. Pataca is subdivided into 100 avos. Coins come in denominations of 10, 5, 2 and 1 patacas.
Automatic teller machines are everywhere in Macau. Pretty much anywhere you look there will be an ATM. Macau has one of the highest ATM densities in the world.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM โ your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Macau is on average 10.1 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Macau is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.
You can buy a SIM card for about 301.54 MOP, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: 3 (Three), CTM or SmarTone. Macau uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Macau upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
In Macau you drive on the left side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 20-60 km/h (12-37 mph) in all built-up areas, 50-80 km/h (31-49 mph) on undivided highways, 60-80 km/h (37-49 mph) on motorways and 60-80 km/h (37-49 mph) on expressways.
๐ย What time is it in Macao?
10:29:49
๐ย Do I need visa for Macao?
๐ค๏ธย How is the weather in Macao?
Temperatures in Macao (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Macao
๐ย What regulations are in Macao?
Health information
Import and export information
Export regulations
See prohibited import list.
CFCs.
Protected species and their derivative products protected under CITES require a permit for export.
Medication containing narcotic and psychotropic substances must be accompanied by a prescription.
Goods up to a value of MOP5000.
Import regulations
Tobacco:19 cigarettes;
Tobacco:1 cigar;
Tobacco:25 grams of tobacco; or
Tobacco:A combination of the above goods weighing not more than 25 grams.
Other items:Medicine for personal use must be accompanied by a health certificate if it contains anaesthetic or psychotropic properties.
Other items:Goods up to a value of MOP5000.
Stimulants, hypnotics and tranquilizers.
Counterfeit goods and currency.
Live animals, including pets, may be subject to health quarantine, and require a permit from the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau.
Endangered animals, plants, and their derivative products protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) may require protected species permits.
Live plants are subject to the health and quarantine system.
Meat and meat products, dairy, and eggs require an import licence from the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau, and will be subject to the health and quarantine system.
Other food, such as vegetables, fruit, mushrooms, and sugar cane must be declared, and may be subject to quarantine to prove that it is suitable for human consumption.
Chemicals must be pre-approved by the Health Bureau.
Narcotic and psychotropic substances require a permit from the Health Bureau.
Radio receivers require an import permit from the Post Office.
Firearms and related weapons require permission issued by the Security Police Station.
Health regulations
It is recommended that travellers are up to date on routine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (DPT), varicella (chickenpox), polio, and yearly flu shots.
A hepatitis A vaccination is recommended as travellers may contract hepatitis A through contaminated food or water in Macau, regardless of where they are eating or staying.
A hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for those who may have sexual contact with a new partner, who may get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
A typhoid vaccination is recommended for most travellers, especially those staying with friends or relatives, visiting smaller cities or rural areas, or for those that are adventurous eaters.
A rabies vaccination is recommended for those planning an outdoor holiday, for wildlife professionals and researchers, or for those who may come into contact with bats.
Dengue cases have been reported in Macau. For further information, please visit the CDCDengue Advice.
Chikungunya cases have been reported in Macau. For further information, please visit the CDCChikungunya Advice.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease outbreaks have been reported in Macau. In order to prevent infection, travellers should practice hygiene and cleanliness, and avoid close contact with people who are sick. For further information on this recommendation, please visit the CDCย Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Advice.